The Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD FCTA), has begun a three-day warning strike to protest unpaid salaries, allowances, and poor working conditions, effectively crippling activities in government hospitals across Abuja. The President of ARD FCTA, Dr. George Ebong, announced the industrial action during a press briefing on Wednesday, emphasizing the dire state of healthcare delivery in the Federal Capital Territory. The strike, which follows the expiration of a three-week ultimatum issued to the government, affects all government hospitals in Abuja, including those in Wuse, Asokoro, Maitama, Kubwa, Zuba, Kwali, Abaji, and Nyanya. Dr. Ebong lamented the…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
Students of the College of Medicine at the University College Hospital (UCH) staged a peaceful protest on Wednesday over the prolonged power outage at the hospital. The protest, which began as early as 7:00 a.m., was supported by the Students Union (SU) of the University of Ibadan (UI). The SU president, Bolaji Aweda, stated that the demonstration followed the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum given to the management of both UI and UCH. Aweda revealed that the blackout had persisted for over 82 days, severely impacting students’ living conditions and academic performance. He alleged that internal power struggles among stakeholders…
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have renewed their commitment to building the capacity of their geological agencies by leveraging Saudi Arabia’s advancements in mineral exploration. This was disclosed by Segun Tomori, Special Assistant on Media to Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja. The decision emerged during a closed-door meeting at the 2025 Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The meeting was attended by Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Mining, Bandar Al-Khorayef, and Nigeria’s delegation led by Alake. Minister Alake emphasized the need for partnerships that capitalize on the economic strengths…
Google DeepMind has launched the 2025 AI for Science Scholarships, offering African students a fully funded opportunity to pursue postgraduate degrees at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS). This initiative aims to nurture talent in AI, machine learning, and mathematical sciences across the continent. What the scholarship covers These scholarships are comprehensive, covering: Tuition fees Living stipends Relocation costs Research expenses Recipients will also have access to essential resources such as computing tools, reliable internet, and electricity. Eligibility criteria To qualify for the Google DeepMind AI for Science Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements: Citizenship: Be African citizens…
Tunde Omosebi, a former All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential aspirant, has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and several other defendants, seeking £990 trillion in damages for alleged violations of his fundamental rights. The suit, filed before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja, also includes a plea to convert the CBN into a Reserve Bank of Nigeria (RBN) and commercial banks involved in the alleged irregularities into “DRIG Bank” under the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Omosebi accused the defendants, which include prominent banks and government agencies, of breaching an industrial agreement, withholding…
Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has called on African countries to reinforce policies and governance frameworks to safeguard children’s rights and eliminate harmful practices. Speaking at the launch of the Community Children’s Fund at SOAS University of London, themed “Advancing Africa’s Agenda for Children 2040: Protecting Street-Connected Children in West Africa,” Sulaiman-Ibrahim emphasized the urgent need for action. “Nigerian children account for 42% of our population, yet many face extreme vulnerabilities,” she said. “Among the 3 million displaced individuals in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe, 59% are children who endure exploitation, violence, and lack of education.” The minister highlighted stark…
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Tuberculosis and Buruli Ulcer Control Programme (NTBLCP) to provide health insurance coverage for People Living with HIV (PLHIV) and patients with Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB). Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, Director-General of the NHIA, disclosed this development during an interview on Tuesday in Abuja. The agreement also includes collaboration with State Social Health Insurance Agencies (SSHIA) in Anambra, Ebonyi, Gombe, and Kwara States. Dr. Ohiri described the initiative as a significant step toward reducing healthcare disparities in Nigeria. “The MoU is a major step in ensuring the…
The Sokoto State Government has embarked on the development of a comprehensive Climate Change Policy Document to tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainable development across the state. This initiative was highlighted during a two-day validation session organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with the Sokoto State Ministry of Environment. Speaking at the event’s opening, Mustapha Alkali, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, emphasized the urgency and significance of addressing climate change. “Today’s meeting is critical to the future of our society and environment. If you save your environment, you’re saving your life,” Alkali stated. He…
Exabeam, a global leader in cybersecurity innovation, has unveiled LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot, a generative AI-powered feature designed to provide actionable insights and streamline workflows for security teams. This launch underscores Exabeam’s commitment to delivering practical, AI-driven solutions, standing apart in an industry often dominated by overpromised and underdelivered tools. The LogRhythm Intelligence Copilot leverages purpose-built AI to diagnose cyber threats, assess their impact, and recommend next steps. This functionality enables security teams to act decisively, neutralize threats effectively, and improve response times. “While others talk about innovation, we deliver it,” said Steve Wilson, Chief Product Officer at Exabeam. “The cybersecurity…
Joy and celebration enveloped Idotun Community Junior High School in Lekki on Thursday as Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals, in partnership with Dangote Fertilizers Limited, awarded scholarships to 473 students from 10 secondary schools and 7 tertiary institutions. In addition, the company donated 804 desks and chairs to secondary schools in their host communities of Ibeju-Lekki. The scholarships and donations, part of the 5th Edition of the Dangote Scholarship Award Programme, aim to empower students and foster educational development in the region. Speaking at the ceremony, Devakumar Edwin, Group Vice President of Oil & Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, emphasized…